My daughter is a senior this year at Ohio Hi-Point (JVS) in Animal Management. She has already applied, and been accepted, at Hocking Hills after she graduates this year.
She is an excellent student.... straight A's, always makes the Superintendent's List, President of FFA, very active and involved. So she has been doing everything she has to in order to possible qualify for any scholarships. The guidance counselor at school has been very helpful as far as sending home various info concerning financial aid, grants, and loans that we can apply for, with step-by-step instructions on submitting the FAFSA, etc.
I guess what I am seeking is any advice one might have for me as I'm new to this process.
To be honest.... I don't think we're going to be able to qualify for financial aid. My wife and I both probably gross too much to qualify. So it's going to come down to whatever scholarships and grants she can qualify for, as well as student loans. She also is looking into the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program. She's covering every bases she can.
I currently have the Federal Student Aid manual, which covers everything from Pell Grants to loans such as Federal Perkins and Stafford loans. Very informative.
Any advice and input from those that have been there would be helpful. We are making an appointment to meet with Hocking Hills guidance and financial departments to get more info and the steps we need to start taking.
Thanks.